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Tibet is mysterious in a way few other places are. It is located on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau at the southwestern most tip of China, 4,000 meters above sea level at an average. Tibet is known as the Roof of the World because there are over 50 peaks more than 7,000 meters above sea level. Covering an area of 1.2 million square kilometers, it has a population of more than 2.3 million. Tibet is the birthplace of the Tibetan people. The earliest human activities were found in the late Old Stone Age. In the seventh century, King Songtsen Gampo united Tibet and founded Turpan Regime. The relationship between the Tibetans and Hans were tightened through marriages. In the mid-13th century, Tibet became an administrative region of the Yuan Dynasty(1271-1368). In Qing Dynasty(1644-1911) rulers conferred titles upon each reincarnation of the Dalai Lama, and the Panchen Erdeni, the two living Buddha in Tibet.
Tibet is charming for its beautiful and spectacular landscape, the unique folklore, and brilliant culture, which have drawn numerous visitors from around the world. |
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Lhasa |
Lhasa is the capital city of the Tibet Autonomous Region, and also the center of Tibetan politics, economy, culture and religion. It is located on the north bank of the Lhasa River, which is a tributary of the Yar-long Tsangpo, and stands at 3760 metres above sea level. In Tibetan, Lhasa means "The land of the Gods", or " Holy Land". It was founded in 633 A.D. under the leadership of King Songtsan Gampo.
Lhasa enjoys delightful weather throughout all seasons. It has 3,000 hours of sunshine annually, hence its popular name "The Sunshine City". The temperatures vary greatly between night and day, but remain fairly uniform during the year. The best time to visit Lhasa is from March to October. The main sports of interests include Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, Sera Monastery, Drepung Monastery, Norbulinka Park and Barkhor Street.
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Shigatse |
| Shigatse is the second largest city in Tibet. It is located in the southwest of the confluence of Transpo River and its tributary, 280km to the west of Lhasa, and 3900 metres above the sea level. Just as described as the Fertile Land in Tibetan Language, its agriculture and animal husbandry now plays an important role in Southwest Tibet. The most attractive in Shigatse is Tashilumpo Monastery, which was the seat of Panchen Lama, who was equally important as Dalai Lama. |
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Gyantse |
| Lying at the bank of Laqu River, Gyantse is the third largest city of Tibet. It is 4,000 meters above sea level. Gyantse witnessed its prosperity as a trade transit with India in the past. In 20th century, it became a battlefield when the British colonists invaded Tibet. The main spots of interests include Buddha Pagoda and Palcho Monastery.
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